What is the cheapest way to get from Moline to Ottumwa?

The cheapest way to get from Moline to Ottumwa is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 3h.

What is the fastest way to get from Moline to Ottumwa?

The fastest way to get from Moline to Ottumwa is to drive which takes 3h and costs $23 - $35.

How far is it from Moline to Ottumwa?

The distance between Moline and Ottumwa is 164 miles. The road distance is 127.4 miles.

How do I travel from Moline to Ottumwa without a car?

The best way to get from Moline to Ottumwa without a car is to taxi and train which takes 3h 8m and costs $130 - $190.

How long does it take to get from Moline to Ottumwa?

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Moline to Ottumwa, including transfers.

Can I drive from Moline to Ottumwa?

Yes, the driving distance between Moline to Ottumwa is 127 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Moline to Ottumwa.

Where can I stay near Ottumwa?

There are eight+ hotels available in Ottumwa.

Moline to Ottumwa - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Moline to Ottumwa by taxi, train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Taxi, train
best
1. Take the taxi from Moline to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtaxi
2. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Ottumwa Amtrak Stationtrain California Zephyr
3h 8m
$135–189
Drive 126.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Moline to Ottumwacar 126.7 mi
3h
$24–34
Bus, drive (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Moline Center Station to Iowa Citybus Greyhound US0155S
2. Drive from Hawk Lot 1 to Ottumwacar
4h 27m
$25–40
Taxi, train via SouthPark Mall Shelter
1. Take the taxi from SouthPark Mall Shelter to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtaxi
2. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Ottumwa Amtrak Stationtrain California Zephyr
4h 26m
$127–191

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Moline to Ottumwa.

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Distance: 163.3 mi
Duration: 3h 8m

What companies run services between Moline, IL, USA and Ottumwa, IA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Moline to Ottumwa. However, you can take the taxi to Galesburg Amtrak Station then take the train to Ottumwa Amtrak Station. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Moline Center Station to Ottumwa via Iowa City, Clinton & Iowa, and Hawk Lot 1 in around 4h 27m.

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